Description
In this ground-breaking book, Dr. Matsakis explains that post-traumatic stress disorder affects not just soldiers, but also suruvivors of many other types of trauma including:
-crime-vehicular accidents
-rape
-family violence
-sexual abuse
-natural catastrophes
I Can't Get Over It directly addresses survivors of trauma. It explains the nature of PTSD and describes the healing process. This book will help you:
-Find out whether you have PTSD-Cope with post-traumatic anger, grief, and survivor guilt
-Recognize related problems such as depression, substance abuse, compulsive behavior and low self-esteem
-Identify "triggers" that set off flashbacks, anxiety attacks, and other symptoms
-Relieve wounding caused by others' blaming and insensitivity
-Gain a sense of empowerment and hope for the future
Author: Aphrodite T. Matsakis
Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
Published: 11/01/1996
Pages: 416
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.24lbs
Size: 9.08h x 6.04w x 0.86d
ISBN13: 9781572240582
ISBN10: 157224058X
BISAC Categories:
- Psychology | Neuropsychology
- Psychology | Psychopathology | General